2500 Nelson Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 - Photo 1

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$1,890,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
3,197 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

Custom built in 1994 & on the market for the first time, 2500 Nelson Road is a gated estate offering breathtaking canyon views of the San Lorenzo Valley & Santa Cruz Mountains. Light filled formal entry w/ grand staircase & high ceilings leads to the large chef's kitchen w/ huge island & bright dining area which opens directly into a spacious living room on one side. A door on the other side leads to a large formal family room, perfect for entertaining. Main level also includes a guest bedroom & full bath, ideal for multi-generational living & overnight visitors. Primary suite is a true sanctuary with massive proportions, jetted tub, & large walk-in closet. 2 guest rooms share a Jack & Jill bathroom & private balcony patios. Upstairs laundry adds everyday convenience! The home has brand new carpet & a fresh coat of exterior paint. Outside, enjoy a private hot tub, beautiful pergola, dog run, garden beds, & fruit trees including citrus & established grapevines. Owned solar system & whole house Generac generator, detached 3 car garage with/ home gym, parking for RV's & recreational toys. New roof less than 22 months old! Complete with a spacious basement and located just 10 minutes from downtown Scotts Valley, this home perfectly balances mountain serenity with modern convenience.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2500 Nelson Rd

General

Sold For: $1,890,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82047306
Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage, Workshop
Interior Features: High Ceiling , Skylight, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace(s): Insert, Wood Stove
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, 1 Shower over Tub, Tile, Tub with Jets

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet

Other Rooms

Family Room: Separate Family Room
Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Island with Sink, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: Inside, Upper Floor, Washer / Dryer

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable
Security/Safety: Controlled / Secured Access

Parking

Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle

Location

Area: Scotts Valley North
County: Santa Cruz
Cross Streets: Mt. Hermon to Lockhart Gulch to Nelson Rd

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)

Utilities

Sewer: Existing Septic System
Water: Shared Well
Utility Description: Propane on Site

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction: Detached, Stucco
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Square Feet: 3,197
Year Built: 1994

Lot Features

Property View: Canyon, Mountains, Ridge
Lot Size (Acres): 11.9
Minimum Lot Size: 518800
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 518,800
Grounds/Landscape: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Courtyard, Deck , Dog Run / Kennel, Gazebo, Storage Shed / Structure
Zoning: SU
Lot Description: Hillside, Mostly Level, Views
Fencing (Description): Complete Perimeter

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Skylight, On-Grid Solar Power

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Schools

Schools serving 2500 Nelson Rd

School District:Scotts Valley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Brook Knoll Elementary School 151 Brook Knoll Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	K-5	4.7 mi
Scotts Valley Middle School 8 Bean Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066	6-8	2.7 mi
Scotts Valley High School 555 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA 95066	9-12	1.4 mi

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Price & Sales History for 2500 Nelson Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/16/2026

Sold

$1,890,000

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MLS

5/20/2026

Listed

$1,890,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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2500 Nelson Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (MLS# ML82047306) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,890,000 on July 16, 2026. This property was listed by EF Homes from our Aptos Office.Want to learn more about 2500 Nelson Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Scotts Valley? You can browse all Scotts Valley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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